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The Last Steam Locomotive in Sandaoling Coal Mine

The last steam locomotive at the Sandaoling Coal Mine, which has been in service for nearly 40 years, is officially retiring today in Hami, Xinjiang Province, China, on January 14, 2024. The Sandaoling Coal Mine was once a famous coal production base in China. (Photo by Costfoto/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID	#10914819
Date Taken	15 January 2024
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Photographer	Costfoto/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
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